[wodenokoto]

I think the problem is context. Had uber been a really fun company, we would laugh at insights into our very being.

But since they are accused of trying to dig up dirt on people, this is a chilling reminder that they are more than capable of doing that, and apparently quite willing.

[viscanti]

But this was from 2012, when Uber was a "fun" company. They were doing on-demand valentines and mariachi bands. It's in line with a small startup (which they were), and doesn't present any sensitive information.

[wodenokoto]

Sorry, I didn't notice the date, I just saw it on HN the other day and thought "What were they thinking?"

Makes sense to remove it now, since it isn't something they want to highlight in light of recent events.